Highly skilled and compassionate nurse with a diverse background in healthcare, encompassing critical thinking, communication, clinical competence, and patient advocacy. Experienced in various clinical settings, including stroke units, mental health departments, nursing homes, and endoscopy departments. Proficient in rapid stroke assessment, medication management, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality patient care. Committed to continuous learning and professional development, with certifications in registered nurse competency and ongoing pursuit of advanced education. Dedicated to delivering culturally responsive care and promoting patient well-being through evidence-based practices.
I expect to receive my APC around August.
Clinical placement-Northshore Hospital 15 unit, Integrated Stroke & Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation Older Adult (North Shore Hospital)
-Rapid stroke assessment and emergency response protocols.
-Collaboration with diverse healthcare professionals.
-Neurological monitoring and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
-Rehabilitation strategies for early recovery.
-Medication management and patient/family education.
-Quality improvement initiatives for enhanced care delivery.
-Geriatric Care: Specialized care for elderly patients.
-Long-Term Care Management: Providing ongoing care for chronic conditions. Patient Advocacy: Ensuring residents' rights and well-being.
-Medication Management: Administering and monitoring medications.
-Wound Care and Chronic Disease Management: Treating wounds and managing conditions like diabetes.
-End-of-Life Care: Providing palliative and end-of-life support. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working with various healthcare professionals.
-Communication Skills: Effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
-Patient and Family Education: Providing education on health conditions and self-care. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance: Adhering to standards and improving care quality.
-Psychiatric Assessment: Evaluating mental health status.
-Therapeutic Communication: Building rapport and trust with patients.
-Psychopharmacology: Administering and monitoring medications.
-Crisis Intervention: Managing psychiatric crises safely.
-Behavioral Interventions: Implementing coping strategies.
-Group Therapy: Facilitating support sessions.
-Care Planning: Developing individualized plans.
-Trauma-Informed Care: Addressing past experiences sensitively.
-Cultural Competence: Providing culturally responsive care.
-Self-Care: Maintaining resilience and preventing burnout.
-Endoscopy Procedures: Assisting with and understanding various endoscopic procedures.
-Patient Preparation: Preparing patients for endoscopic examinations and interventions.
-Equipment Operation: Operating and maintaining endoscopic equipment.
-Infection Control: Implementing proper infection control measures in endoscopy.
-Patient Monitoring: Monitoring patients during and after endoscopic procedures.
-Emergency Response: Responding to and managing endoscopy-related emergencies.
-Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of procedures and patient outcomes.
-Team Collaboration: Working collaboratively with endoscopists and other healthcare professionals.
-Patient Education: Educating patients about endoscopic procedures and post-procedure care.
-Quality Improvement: Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
Holiday Instructor for Children with Disabilities
-Empathy
-Communication
-Adaptability
-Problem-solving
-Teamwork
-Advocacy
-Patience
-Resilience
-Cultural competence
-Leadership
-Community engagement.
-Critical Thinking
-Communication
-Compassion and Empathy
-Clinical Competence
-Problem solving
-Attention to Detail
-Teamwork
-Adaptability
-Patient Advocacy
-Cultural Competence
Louise Rummel
Senior Lecturer at Manukau Institute of Technology
Relationship: Preceptor
Phone number: 0211429798
Email: louise.rummel@manukau.ac.nz
Natasha Honeyfield
CNM at Wdhb
Relationship: CNM in ward 15, Northshore Hospital
Phone number: 021764683
Email: Natasha.Honeyfield@waitematadhb.govt.nz